Trihexyphenidyl

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Overview:

Trihexyphenidyl
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Pharmacology and use:
Trihexyphenidyl is an anticholinergic used in the symptomatic treatment of all etiologic groups of parkinsonism and drug induced extrapyramidal reactions (except tardive dyskinesia). Trihexyphenidyl possesses both anticholinergic and antihistaminic effects, although only the former has been established as therapeutically significant in the management of parkinsonism. Indicated for the treatment of parkinson's disease and extrapyramidal reactions caused by drugs.

Mechanism Of Action:
Trihexyphenidyl is a selective M1 muscarinic acetylcholine receptor antagonist. It is able to discriminate between the M1 (cortical or neuronal) and the peripheral muscarinic subtypes (cardiac and glandular). Trihexyphenidyl partially blocks cholinergic activity in the CNS, which is responsible for the symptoms of Parkinson's disease. It is also thought to increase the availability of dopamine, a brain chemical that is critical in the initiation and smooth control of voluntary muscle movement.

News Articles on Trihexyphenidyl

People With Dementia Should Avoid Certain Drugs  -  Jun 27, 2008
Antiparkinsonian, anticholinergic such as Benztropine (Cogentin), Biperiden (Akineton), Procyclidine (Kemadrin) and Trihexyphenidyl (Artane), RedOrbit,

Treatment Modalities for Parkinson's Disease  -  Jun 12, 2008
In early PD, amantadine, anticholinergic agents (eg, benztropine, trihexyphenidyl), and selegiline are modestly effective. However, amantadine can be Medscape (subscription)

The Muscarinic Hypothesis of Schizophrenia: Implications for ...  -  Apr 15, 2008
8 For several decades, anticholinergics such as benztropine, biperiden, and trihexyphenidyl have been beneficial for the prophylaxis and treatment of Psychiatric Times,

Tragi-comic drug unit wages phoney war  -  Feb 15, 2008
...glass syringes and bubble-packs of commercial pills including trihexyphenidyl and clonazepam, drugs for controlling Parkinson's disease and seizures. The Age,

Chronic Restlessness With Antipsychotics  -  Nov 1, 2007
5 mg of trihexyphenidyl once a day, 2 mg of benztropine once a day, 20 mg of propranolol three times a day, and 25 mg of atenolol once a day. Am J Psychiatry (subscription)

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Paradoxical Motor Syndrome Following a Switch From Atypical ...  -  Aug 29, 2007
The patient’s motor symptoms were treated with trihexyphenidyl (anticholinergic) (15 mg), and olanzapine (5 mg) was reintroduced. Am J Psychiatry (subscription)

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Pisa Syndrome Resolved After Switching to Olanzapine  -  Apr 12, 2007
Journal of Neuropsychiatry (subscription)The regimen of trihexyphenidyl was attempted for 4 weeks but no benefit was seen. A regimen of risperidone, 4 mg/day, was then reduced, step by step and

Blepharospasm and Paget's cancer  -  Jan 3, 2007
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Essential Blepharospasm Responding to Haloperidol  -  Nov 29, 2006
Journal of Neuropsychiatry (subscription)He was started on a regimen of trihexyphenidyl (10 to 12mg daily in divided doses) and 2mg of clonazepam (at night) for about 2 weeks.

Persistent Amnesia as a Sequel of Olanzapine-Induced Neuroleptic ...  -  Nov 29, 2006
Journal of Neuropsychiatry (subscription)A week later, he developed severe EPS again and olanzapine was stopped and the patient was treated with trihexyphenidyl (4 mg/day) and lorazepam (1 mg/day).

Sustained attention and executive functions in euthymic young ...  Oct 31, 2006
27 (90%) were taking a mood stabiliser (lithium 23, carbamazepine 2, valproate 2); 1 (3%) was taking an antidepressant; and 9 (30%) were taking trihexyphenidyl ... -British Journal of Psychiatry (subscription), Isolated Oculogyric Crisis on Clozapine Discontinuation  Sep 8, 2006
...symptoms, she was started on a regimen of haloperidol (up to 10 mg/day), but developed extrapyramidal symptoms which were treated with trihexyphenidyl, 4 mg/day ... -Journal of Neuropsychiatry (subscription)



New laboratory approach to treat Parkinson’s  Mar 27, 2006
Some people with Parkinson's disease take drugs called muscarinic antagonists, which include Artane (trihexyphenidyl) and Cogentin (benztropine). ... - LabTechnologist.com



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...antipsychotic medications: risperidone (N=17), olanzapine (N=12), clozapine (N=1), and fluphenazine decanoate (N=2). The mean dose of trihexyphenidyl was 1.2 mg ... - Am J Psychiatry (subscription)

SELF-DIAGNOSIS OF SINUS HEADACHE OFTEN AN ERROR  Jan 26, 2006
...immobilize a person. Trihexyphenidyl and baclofen are two medicines that might alleviate your muscle cramping. Botox, the diluted ... - Charlotte Sun-Herald

L-dopa therapy, other Parkinson’s options  Jan 10, 2006
And the anticholinergics such as trihexyphenidyl and benztropine may produce memory loss, confusion, severe constipation and difficulty urinating - especially ... - Newsday

Brand Names/Synonyms:
Trihexyphenidyl is also known by the following brand names and/or synonymsApo-Trihex; Artane; Artane Sequels; Benzhexol; Benzhexolum; CHEMBANK1005; HSDB 3196; Parkinane Retard; Pms Trihexyphenidyl; T125; Tremin; Trihexane; Trihexifenidilo [Inn-Spanish]; Trihexy; Trihexylphenidyl; Trihexylphenidyle; Trihexylphenizyl; Trihexyphenidyl; Trihexyphenidyl Hcl; Trihexyphenidyle; Trihexyphenidyle [Inn-French]; Trihexyphenidylum [Inn-Latin]; Triphenidyl

Drug Category:
Trihexyphenidyl is categorized under the following by the FDA: Antiparkinson Agents; Antidyskinetics; ATC:N04AA01

Dosage Forms:
TABLET,ORAL LIQUID

Absorption:
Trihexyphenidyl is rapidly absorbed from the gastrointestinal tract.

Interactions:
Interactions for Trihexyphenidyl: Cannabinoids, barbiturates, opiates, and alcohol may have additive effects with Trihexyphenidyl, and thus, an abuse potential exists. Concurrent use of alcohol or other CNS depressants with Trihexyphenidyl may cause increased sedative effects. Monoamine oxidase inhibitors and tricyclic antidepressants possessing significant anticholinergic activity may intensify the anticholinergic effects of antidyskinetic agents because of the secondary anticholinergic activities of these medications. Prophylactic administration of anticholinergic agents, such as trihexyphenidyl, as a prevention of drug-induced parkinsonism during neuroleptic therapy is not recommended. There may be an increased risk for the development of tardive dyskinesia during concomitant administration of anticholinergics and neuroleptics. The usual dose of either trihexyphenidyl or levodopa may need to be reduced during concomitant therapy, since concomitant administration may increase drug-induced involuntary movements. Nursing Mothers: It is not known whether this drug is excreted in human milk. Because many drugs are excreted in human milk, caution should be exercised when Trihexyphenidyl is administered to a nursing woman. As with other anticholinergics, trihexyphenidyl may cause suppression of lactation. Therefore, trihexyphenidyl should only be used if the expected benefit to the mother outweighs the potential risk to the infant. Pediatric Use: Safety and effectiveness in pediatric patients have not been established.



Chemical IUPAC Name:
1-cyclohexyl-1-phenyl-3-(1-piperidyl)propan-1-ol

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